Recall Radar

2019 Volvo XC40 recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Volvo XC40. The most recent was reported on March 12, 2020.

Safety flags1 campaign marked “do not drive”. Check your VIN and follow the notice.
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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
March 12, 202020V-144Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking121,605
November 13, 201818V-800Electrical system: software17,548
August 22, 201818V-554Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages71
August 15, 201818V-535Seats: mid/rear assembly27

Recall details

Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking

March 12, 2020 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · Campaign 20V-144

What is wrong: Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2019-2020 S60, V60, V60 Cross Country, S90L, V90, V90 Cross Country, XC40, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. Due to a software/hardware incompatibility, the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) system may not detect obstacles and engage as intended.

Risk: If the automatic emergency braking system does not engage as intended, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the Active Safety Domain Master (ASDM) software, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R29998.

Electrical system: software

November 13, 2018 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · Campaign 18V-800

What is wrong: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Risk: If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the event of a crash or injury.

The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages Do not drive

August 22, 2018 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · Campaign 18V-554

What is wrong: Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The brake pedals may not have been correctly riveted, allowing the pedal to move out of position, possibly reducing braking performance.

Risk: Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Volvo has notified owners advising them to stop driving their vehicle. Cars will be inspected on-site or towed to dealers and the brake pedals will be replaced as necessary, free of charge. Volvo began contacting their owners on August 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R59899.

Seats: mid/rear assembly

August 15, 2018 · Volvo Car USA, LLC · Campaign 18V-535

What is wrong: Volvo Cars USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo XC40 vehicles. The rear seats may not have rear seat back lock strikers, allowing the seat back to move forward during certain hard braking conditions or a crash.

Risk: If the seat back moves forward during hard braking or in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and install the seat back lock strikers if they are missing, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R89898.

Other model years of the Volvo XC40

All Volvo XC40 recalls · All Volvo recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Volvo XC40 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2019 Volvo XC40, the most recent reported on March 12, 2020. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2019 Volvo XC40?

Forward collision avoidance (1), Electrical system (1), Service brakes, hydraulic (1), Seats (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Should I stop driving my 2019 Volvo XC40?

NHTSA marked 1 campaign for this model year as “do not drive”. Open the recalls below, check your VIN and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.